Microsoft Office Professional Experience

Ashley Aggers

**** ******** ***** **, *** **** Wilson, NC 27896

Mobile: 352-***-**** Email: *********@*****.***

Qualifications Summary

Over 5 years’ experience as a Microbiology Analyst; over 10 years’ experience with aseptic technique

Proficient in methods & practices of microbiological analyses (USDA/FDA/BAM/FSIS/Reveal/USP/PH.EUR.)

Knowledge of ISO 17025, cGMP, cGLP, AOAC standards/guidelines

Familiar with LIMS Labworks, Microsoft Office & general computer proficiency

Proficient in media preparation & perform growth promotion/efficacy testing

Proficient with wet heat (steam/boil), dry heat (flame) & chemical (EtO/EO gas) sterilization method

Professional Experience

Microbac Laboratories, Inc. (Wilson, NC) – August 2015-October 2016

Analyst II

Performed microbiological analyses for food & pharmaceutical microbiology (including projects)

Performed bacteriological identification using Gram-Staining techniques & Analytical Profile Index (API)

Used 3M® Petrifilm, MPN & pour/spread plate methods towards identification/numeration of bacteria (cfu)

Performed water testing using membrane filtration, plate count, MPN & Total Coliform/E. coli methods

Performed FDA/BAM/Reveal methods for Listeria spp, Salmonella spp & E. coli 0157:H7 (including Veriflow®/PCR)

Performed USP <61> & <62> for E. coli, Salmonella spp, C. albicans, S. aureus, P. aeruginosa, Bile-Tolerant Gram-Negatives, Clostridia & spore formers under Laminar Flow Hoods & BioSafety Cabinets

Assisted with USP <51> & <71>: Antimicrobial Effectiveness Testing & Sterility Testing/Method Suitability

Improved & maintained media/supply inventory while aware & adhering to budget

Deibel Laboratories, Inc. (Gainesville, FL) – December 2011-August 2015

Technician III

Performed microbiological analyses for food microbiology (including water activities, pH/conductivity, MITs & Staphylococcus enterotoxin using VIDAS®/ELISA)

Performed FDA/BAM/USDA/FSIS for Listeria spp, Salmonella spp, E. coli 0157:H7, C. perfringens, S. aureus, Enterococcus spp, Lactobacillus spp, yeasts & molds.

Used 3M® Petrifilm & pour/spread plate methods towards identification/numeration of bacteria (cfu)

Conducted Shelf-Life studies, Inoculation Challenge Studies & Roaster Validations

Maintained required cultures via Cryobeads, agar slants/plates & lyophilization

Organized records of equipment calibrations, media & supply inventory, CAPAs, vendor information, etc.

Assisted with HACCP training courses

Oaks Veterinary Hospital (Gainesville, FL) – September 2006-July 2011

Veterinary Technician

Calculated & administered subcutaneous/intravenous fluids

Prepared/analyzed fecal & urine samples (flotations & cytologies) alongside bloodwork (IDEXX & Abaxis)

Performed blood collections (cephalic/jugular/femoral/saphenous) & inserted intravenous catheters

Restrained & stabilized animals during office visits, blood draws, cystocenteses, pre- & post- surgical procedures, dermatological cytologies, etc.

Demonstrated aseptic technique for surgical instruments & during sterile procedures (i.e. surgery)

Performed dental prophylaxes & radiology (darkroom & digital)

Managed staffing & scheduling

Education

University of Florida, Gainesville, FL – 2008

Masters of Agriculture in Animal Science

Specialization: Large Animal Nutrition

Cumulative GPA: 3.2/4.0

Plymouth State University, Plymouth, NH – 2006

Bachelor of Science in Biology

Minor: Chemistry & Psychology (Psi Chi)

Cumulative GPA: 3.4/4.0 (Cum Laude)

Additional

Profound ability to work individually &/or in a team

Able to work additional hours (if required)

Self-motivated & extremely organized

Willingness to learn & follow directions

Excellent communication skills

Capable of multitasking in stressful environment

Willing to relocate if necessary

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